How to Care for Euphorbia milii (Crown of Thorns)

Korean name: 꽃기린

The Crown of Thorns is a succulent shrub characterized by thick thorns and small leaves. It blooms small and vibrant flowers for a long time and grows well indoors. It is drought-tolerant and relatively easy to care for.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Family: Euphorbiaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Madagascar
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Flower meaning: Hope in pain
• Traits: beginner-friendly, succulent, thorny, indoor
• Also known as: Crown of Thorns, Christ Plant

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is nearly dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil for succulents.
• Humidity: Tolerates typical indoor humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Monthly liquid fertilizer during growing season is recommended.

Common questions

How often should you water Euphorbia milii?

Water thoroughly when the soil is nearly dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Euphorbia milii?

It likes Thrives in bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil for succulents..

Is Euphorbia milii safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Euphorbia milii good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Tolerates typical indoor humidity.. Fertilise Monthly liquid fertilizer during growing season is recommended..